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The Worlds End - Blandford Forum
Given our location we also have many seasonal visitors and children are very welcome. They can also enjoy the home made meals from a separate children's menu and then play happily in our outdoor children's play area. This gives their carers the opportunity of having a relaxed adult conversation. Situated on the A31 between Poole and...
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Borough Gardens - Dorchester
There is a fully enclosed play area which has facilities for all age groups. The play equipment includes baby and standard swings, rockers, mini spinner, two different types of slide, multi play structure and seesaw. For warmer days there is also a splash pool! The Gardens are located within a few minutes walk of...
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Dorchester Borough Gardens
At the Dorchester Borough Gardens you'll not only find some lovely wide open spaces but also their fully enclosed play area offering a range of facilities for all age groups to go nuts on! The play equipment includes baby and standard swings, rockers, mini spinner, 2 different types of slide, multi play structure and seesaw. For warmer days...
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kingston lacy - wimborne
The House contains an outstanding collection of pictures, egyptian artefacts, sculptures in wood, marble and bronze. Laundry gives glimpse of life "below stairs". 30 acres of Garden, two formal areas, a Victorian fernerey and restored Japanese Gardens. 250 acre landscaped Park with woodland walk approximately 2.5 miles long with three...
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Cool Play Ltd - Sturminster Newton
The best place in North Dorset for kids to find new friends, meet their mates from school, burn off that pent up energy, get rid of the boredom blues and play with fun stuff in a safe environment. There's no need to book, just turn up and let the kids run free...while you chill out, reading the paper over a nice cup of coffee! ...
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The Silent Woman - Wareham
The pub is popular with the regular locals but equally as popular with tourists as we are close to Corfe Castle, Bovington Tank Museum and Monkey World. For walkers the Silent Woman provides a great base as it is set in the middle of the forest.
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Lulworth Castle and Park - Wareham
Land where Lulworth Castle now stands was first acquired by Thomas Howard, son of the 2nd Duke of Norfolk by marrying one of the last of the de Newburgh family. Also acquired at this time was land at the Bindon Abbey Estate. In 1575 Queen Elizabeth made him Viscount Bindon and in the same year Thomas built a large country house on the...
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The Blue Pool - Wareham
The arrival of tobacco and subsequently the arrival of tea had a huge influence on the livelihoods of people in this area. Local clay was in great demand by pipe makers in the 17th century. Later, the white firing properties of the clays were in great demand by the pottery manufacturers such as Wedgwood. The Museum displays include clay pipes and...
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Corfe Castle Model Village
Welcome to Corfe Castle Model Village, situated in the heart of Corfe Castle village, on the Isle of Purbeck, within easy reach of Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth, and at the start of the Jurassic coast, a World Heritage site. Come and visit us and see what the Castle and village would have looked like before its destruction...
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Durdle Door Beach
Durdle Door is one of the most photographed landmarks along the Jurassic Coast because of the rock arch in the sea, formed as a result of the softer rocks being eroded away behind the hard limestones, allowing the sea to punch through them. Eventually the arch will collapse to leave a sea stack such as those that can be seen at Ladram Bay in...
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Farmer Palmer's Farm Park - Poole
"We understand that family time is precious in this busy world and that our visitor attraction can encourage parents/grandparents to watch their children explore, learn and gain confidence in the fresh air and in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. It is so rewarding to see happy children's faces having fun in their great day out in...
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Upton Country Park
Upton Country Park is set in over 100 acres of award winning woodland, gardens and parkland making great exploration territory, plus the refurbished Wall Garden has a new interactive water feature for kids to enjoy in the summer. As well as Tree Trail and mapped Nature Trail, the natural timber Play Trail winds pleasingly through the park...
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Model Town at Wimbourne Minster
Built well over 50 years ago, the magnificent 1/10th scale models continue to surprise and amaze visitors from all over the world with their superb quality and realism. Re-creating the historic market town of Wimborne Minster exactly as it was during the 1950s, you can get really close up and even touch the buildings,...
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Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park
Come and join us for a fantastic SEA LIFE adventure both above and below the ocean! Your SEA LIFE adventure will take you on a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean. Discover a magical underwater world filled with a dazzling array of amazing creatures. Every step will reveal something new, from a face-to-face encounter...
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The Lodmoor - Weymouth
FUN FACTORY - (Indoor Play Building) OPENING TIMES Daily 12noon - 4pm. PARTY PACKAGES Available 10am - 12noon. Room Hire £40.00. Food is additional. Please ring to discuss your requirements. CHARGES £2.00 per child per hour. There is an indoor Fun Factory for the youngsters. During the summer months we...
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Weymouth Beach
Weymouth lies within the "World Heritage Coast". The central beach is adjacent to the town centre and harbour with lots of activities and amusements during summer. The bay is sheltered and swimmers benefit from the gradually sloping sea bed. Safe swimming and soft golden sand make this a great beach for a traditional dig and paddle...
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Sandbanks Beach - Poole
Glorious beaches - Five gently sheltered beaches, including Sandbanks - winner of more Blue Flags than any UK resort - with soft golden sands, raked and cleaned all year round. Safe for all - zones for swimmers and windsurfers with lifeguard patrols and 'Baywatch' towers to ensure a safe, fun, relaxing time. Wardens regularly patrol seafront...
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Poole Harbour & Islands Circular Cruise
Get a different view of Europe's largest natural harbor What's included 70-minute cruise around Poole Harbour and past Brownsea Island, Sandbanks Peninsula, Studland Bay, and more Open-deck seating as well as a comfortable saloon lounge area with booths, a bar, and wide bay windows Live commentary from the captain in English ...
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Larmer Tree Gardens - Tollard Royal
Gardens open from – 11.00 am to 4.30 pm Sunday to Thursday April to October – please check the calendar for festival closures and occasional private parties. PLEASE NOTE THE GARDENS AND COFFEE GROVE CAFÉ ARE CLOSED FROM MONDAY 18TH AUGUST UNTIL SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER AS THE END OF THE ROAD FESTIVAL IS ON SITE. WE WILL RE-OPEN...
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Sherborne Castle
In 1969, Sherborne Castle opened its doors to the general public. Visitors from all over the world have been attracted to its, outstanding collections of art and furniture, connection to Sir Walter Raleigh and to admire Capabiltity Brown's landscape. Sherborne Castle remains the family home of the Wingfield Digby Family. Sherborne has had a...
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The Toy Barn Maize Maze
The maize maze in Dorset on the Dorset / Somerset border is a great day out for any one in the south west. We are perfect for a family attraction this summer. We have great things to do in the holidays for your family. Come for an adventurous day out exploring our giant maize maze. Choose your path wisely to reach the castle in the centre, or...
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Brownsea Island - Poole
Peaceful island of woodland and heath with a wide variety of wildlife, famous for being the birthplace of Scouting and Guiding. Brownsea Island is dramatically located in Poole Harbour, with spectacular views across to the Purbeck Hills. Thriving natural habitats - including woodland, heathland and a lagoon - create a unique haven for wildlife,...
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Putlake Adventure Farm - Swanage
Putlake offers all the fun of the farm in the beautiful Purbeck countryside. You will find us in the village of Langton Matravers near Swanage. Large Heated indoor soft play zone 3 level play frame with separate toddlers area. Rope bridge and scramble nets Crawl tube and tube slide Astra slide Aerial glide Rollers, ramps Ball pool...
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Studland Beach & Nature Reserve
Studland Beach forms one of the most stunning beaches in England. Backed by the dunes and the National Nature Reserve it offers fine golden sands, shallow sea bathing and impressive views of Poole Bay, Ballard Down and Old Harry Rocks. The dunes and heathland are nationally important for the wildlife they carry and their rarity value. All six...
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Portland Castle
The history of this fortress, which overlooks Portland harbour, is diverse and fascinating. Built by Henry VIII to defend the anchorage against possible French and Spanish invasion, its squat appearance is typical of the artillery forts built in the early 1540s. Unusually for a fortress of this period, the castle has seen much interior...
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Easton Gardens - Portland
Easton Gardens has been recognised as one of the best green spaces in the country by being awarded Green Flag status based on how safe, clean, accessible, well managed and welcoming they are. The Green Flag Award scheme is the national standard for parks and green spaces across England and Wales. The award recognises the value of green...
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Portland Plateau Walk
Portland Plateau Walk is an excellent place to have a nice walk while enjoying beautiful scenery. The landscape has been sculpted into terraces, barrows and gullies by the extensive quarrying that took place here. The abandoned quarries have been reclaimed by nature and are now home to many plants, butterflies and birds, so keep an eye out while...
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Bournemouth Alum Chine
Top-quality beach and bathing water, plus the nearby Green Flag award-winning Alum Chine Tropical Gardens. Also features a children’s play area and paddling pool. The sand has recently been replenished so there is more beach for everyone.
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Swanage Beach
Swanage’s pride and joy is its gently shelving, golden sandy beach and clear unpolluted water. The Town Council is proud to say that in 2011 the beach has once again been given the Blue Flag Award. This accolade is given to beaches that have been inspected for quality of water and beach cleanliness and also access...
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Snowtrax - Christchurch
Everyone is welcome at Snowtrax, from those wishing to improve their skiing skills to the outright novice looking for ski or snowboard lessons. You don’t even need to hit the slopes to have a great time, just relax in our Alpine Bar & soak in the scenery. Our family friendly centre is full of exciting activities for the kids....
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Bush Farm Bison Centre - West Knoyle
Come and enjoy a day out at Bush Farm and see many other animals including elk, raccoons, guanaco, rhea, prairie dogs and chipmunks as well of course as the bison. Then wander around 30 acres of old oak woodlands with picnic & play areas. There is a display of Native American art and artefacts together with information of the history of...
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Stourhead - Stourton
The jewel in the Stourhead crown has to be the world-famous 18th-century landscape garden. A magnificent lake shimmering with reflections of classical temples, mystical grottoes and rare and exotic trees. Secrets of the Hoare family history are revealed at Stourhead House (orginally the family holiday home!) with the chance to discover...
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Old Wardour Castle
Set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle, near Tisbury was once one of the most daring and innovative homes in Britain. It was built in the 14th century as a lightly fortified luxury residence for comfortable living and lavish entertainment. Today the castle ruin provides a relaxed, romantic day out for...
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Moors Valley Country Park - Ringwood
In case you have yet to discover Moors Valley Country Park let us take you on a quick tour. Moors Valley covers 750 acres in the Valley of the Moors River. At the heart of the park is the Visitor Centre, an 18th century timber barn, which houses Seasons Restaurant , The Country Shop, exhibition area and hosts music evenings throughout the year. ...
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GO APE Moors Valley Country Park - Hampshire
If you like the idea of an amazing high wire forest tree top course then Go Ape could be just your thing. We have Tarzan swings, rope bridges, ladders, tunnels and zip lines suspended up to 40 feet high in the tree tops. Go Ape is an award-winning confidence course with branches throughout the UK. The Go Ape course will appeal to a...
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Hengistbury Head Beach and Reserve
The Hengistbury Head Beach is a south facing sand and pebbled beach with relatively safe swimming, though with no lifeguard cover at any time and swimming near the cliffs is to be avoided. Immediate vicinity amenities to the beach include modern accessible toilet block and windsurf hire school. The Land Train runs every day of the year, except...
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The New Queen - Christchurch
The riverside garden is extensive and the outdoor children's play area with its slide and tyres can be seen from the decking area and part of the garden, so you can relax and enjoy the peace of the moment.
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Mill on the Brue Activity Centre - Bruton
Experience unforgettable outdoor adventures. Scale heights, paddle the river, explore underground. With over 40 exciting, stimulating and challenging activities all on site, we know there isn't a moment to lose! Kids Summer Camps During the summer holidays we run unaccompanied children’s residential camps, making...
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Avon Tyrrell Activity & Residential Centre
Experience - Learn - Develop Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Activity Centre is situated in the idyllic setting of the New Forest and is part of the national youth work charity UK Youth . The Centre provides residential and day visit facilities and activities for all groups of people. It's a very special place with a unique ...
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Forest Leisure Cycling
Forest Leisure Cycling in Burley Village Come and enjoy a healthy, active day out exploring the stunning New Forest cycle trails from our central forest location. Our friendly, experienced staff will make you welcome and help you choose the most appropriate bikes and child transport to enable you to make the most of your day out in our...
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Longleat Safari & Adventure Park - Warminster
Set within 900 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland, Longleat House is widely regarded as one of the best examples of high Elizabethan architecture in Britain and one of the most beautiful stately homes open to the public. It was the present Marquess of Bath’s father, the 6th Marquess, who first perceived that a house of this...
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Longleat Forest Centre Parcs - Warminster
Situated in the beautiful Longleat Estate is the simply stunning, Longleat Forest. The hilly landscape is truly spectacular and you'll see hundred-year-old Giant Redwoods. To get around, you can cycle, walk or catch the land train which is exclusive to Longleat Forest.
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Woodberry Down - Lyme Regis
Children's activity centre looking at marine ecosystems lots of outdoor activity dorset. In Woodberry Down there is a large social/games hall with ping-pong tables and disco equipment. There is a television in the classroom. In our grounds you may include sessions from our full range of adventure activities such as climbing,...
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Brokerswood Country Park - Westbury
Brokerswood Country Park is a delightful camping and caravan facility located near Westbury in the heart of West Wiltshire. Set in over 80 acres of natural woodland on the edge of the ancient Selwood Forest, Brokerswood dates back to the Doomsday Book and even has its own fishing lake. The Country Park was opened in 1968 and is now West...
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Burrow Farm Gardens - Axminster
East Devon's secret garden is situated in the idyllic countryside between Axminster & Honiton. The 10 acre garden has colour throughout the year from the spring flowers through to the stunning Azaleas and Rhododendrons in May. Visit in late summer to see the new Anniversary Garden created to celebrate 50 years of Burrow Farm Gardens. East...
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The Bishops Palace
Admission: Second price is non Gift Aid Option Adult £7.99 £7.25 Concession (senior, unemployed, disabled, student) £6.90 £6.25 Children (Under 5 years) Free Children (5 to 18 years) £3.35 £3.05 Family (2 Adults, 2 Children) £19.25 £17.45 Opening Times: Open...
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The Needles Park - Alum Bay
The Needles Park is the Isle of Wight's premier visitor attraction and is situated at Alum Bay overlooking the Island's most famous landmark,The Needles Rocks and Lighthouse. Every year, nearly half a million people visit to view these jagged chalk stacks and lighthouse, the unique multi coloured sand cliffs and enjoy the Park's facilities,...
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Longdown Activity Farm - Southampton
A BIG welcome to our family run farm. Come along and enjoy a fantastic family day for everyone. Join in with our daily schedule of activities, which run throughout the day. You can bottle-feed the kid goats and the calves, feed the ducks, meet the pigs... and cuddle the baby rabbits, chicks or maybe even a piglet! PLUS lots more friendly...
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Wookey Hole Caves - Wells
Wookey Hole Caves is a show cave and tourist attraction in the village of Wookey Hole on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills near Wells in Somerset. Wookey Hole cave was formed by the action of the River Axe on the limestone hills. Before emerging at Wookey Hole the water enters underground streams and passes through other caves such as...
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Jurassic Coast - Seaton
The Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site is England's first natural World Heritage Site - it is known as The Jurassic Coast. It covers 95 miles of truly stunning coastline from East Devon to Dorset, with rocks recording 185 million years of the Earth's history. World Heritage status was achieved because of the site's...
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Here you will find a combined list of outdoor pursuits and outdoor play or anything related to the great outdoors in and near Dorset, catering for you, your child, and your family. This could include hiking, climbing, camping, canoeing, pot holing, mountain biking and other out activities, or simply a stroll around the countryside or in a nearby park. We provide information on outdoor pursuits by county, city or by activity. This could also include rope bridges, climbing frames and outdoor lido pools and any beaches in or near Dorset.
